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I ensure food safety, supplier compliance, and quality systems across food production.
NetherlandsWhat I'm looking for
At Westfalia Fruit Netherlands, I carry out daily inspections, manage the QMS, and ensure compliance with European hygiene and food-safety standards including BRC and IFS. I also support supplier approval, certification checks, and MRL requirements.
Previously, I developed nutritional plans and monitored HACCP compliance in catering kitchens at Service Point. My food science background also includes R&D product formulation, sensory and rheological evaluation, flavouring development, and laboratory analysis.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Quality Assurance Specialist
Westfalia Fruit Netherlands
Aug 2025 - Present (1 year 1 month)
Carrying out daily inspection rounds to ensure compliance with European hygiene and food safety standards (e.g., BRC, IFS). Managing supplier approvals, quality standards, MRLs analysis, and the Quality Management System.
Quality Assurance Specialist
Westfalia Fruit Netherlands
Aug 2025 - Present (1 year 1 month)
Carrying out daily inspection rounds to ensure compliance with European hygiene and food safety standards. Managing supplier approvals, quality standards, and the Quality Management System.
Nutritionist and Quality Assurance
Service Point srl
Jun 2024 - Jun 2025 (1 year)
Developed daily nutritional plans for school canteens and elderly in a nursing home. Monitored compliance with food safety and hygiene standards in kitchens according to European regulations.
Nutritionist and Quality Assurance
Service Point srl
Jun 2024 - Jun 2025 (1 year)
Developed daily nutritional plans for school canteens and elderly in a nursing home. Monitored compliance with food safety and hygiene standards (e.g., HACCP) in kitchens according to European Community regulations.
Food Industry Research and Development
Ipas S.r.l
Apr 2023 - Feb 2024 (10 months)
Formulated new products according to customer specifications and evaluated rheological, structural, and sensory characteristics. Utilized laboratory instruments for rapid product analysis and contacted suppliers.
Food Industry Research and Development
Ipas S.r.l
Apr 2023 - Feb 2024 (10 months)
Formulated new products according to customer specifications and evaluated rheological, structural, and sensory characteristics. Used laboratory instruments for rapid product analysis and contacted suppliers.
Research and Development trainee
Metroz Essences Spa
Feb 2023 - Mar 2023 (1 month)
Performed laboratory activities for the development of flavourings and used laboratory equipment such as moisture analyzers and polarimeters.
Research and Development trainee
Metroz Essences Spa
Feb 2023 - Mar 2023 (1 month)
Performed laboratory activities for the development of flavourings and used laboratory equipment such as moisture analyzers and polarimeters.
Facilities Division trainee
SAP Italia S.p.A.
Jan 2015 - Dec 2015 (11 months)
Trainee in the Facilities Division, gaining exposure to corporate operations.
Facilities Division trainee
SAP Italia S.p.A.
Jan 2015 - Dec 2015 (11 months)
Trainee in the Facilities Division, supporting facility management operations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Milan
Master's degree, Food Science and Technology
2021 - 2024
Grade: 110/110
Master's degree in Food Science and Technology from the University of Milan, with a final grade of 110/110. Thesis on change in production technology for cheese-based semi-finished products.
University of Milan
Master's degree, Food Science and Technology
2021 - 2024
Grade: 110/110
Master's degree in Food Science and Technology from the University of Milan, with a final grade of 110/110. Thesis on change in production technology for cheese-based semi-finished products.
Cambridge Assessment English
B2 First Certification, English Language
B2 First Cambridge Certification obtained in December 2023.
Cambridge Assessment English
B2 First Certification, English Language
B2 First Cambridge Certification obtained in December 2023.
University of Milan
Bachelor's degree, Food Science and Technology
2019 - 2021
Grade: 108/110
Bachelor's degree in Food Science and Technology from the University of Milan, with a final grade of 108/110.
University of Milan
Bachelor's degree, Food Science and Technology
2019 - 2021
Grade: 108/110
Bachelor's degree in Food Science and Technology from the University of Milan, with a final grade of 108/110.
ECDL Foundation
ECDL Full Standard, Digital Skills
ECDL Full Standard certification obtained in 2019.
ECDL Foundation
ECDL Full Standard, Digital Skills
ECDL Full Standard certification obtained in 2019.
IIS Achille Mapelli
Diploma, Science
2012 - 2017
Diploma of Science from IIS Achille Mapelli in Monza, Italy.
IIS Achille Mapeli
Diploma, Science
2012 - 2017
Diploma of Science from IIS Achille Mapeli in Monza, Italy.
ICS Via Foscolo
Secondary School, General Education
2010 - 2012
Secondary school education at ICS Via Foscolo in Monza, Italy.
ICS Via Foscolo
Secondary School, General Education
2010 - 2012
Secondary school education at ICS Via Foscolo in Monza, Italy.
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